United Nations Foundation Polio Press Fellowship for Individual Reporting in Polio-affected Countries 2026

The United Nations Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Polio Press Fellowship for Individual Reporting in Polio-affected Countries 2026. This fellowship is designed to support journalists reporting on polio eradication efforts in countries where polio remains a challenge.

📝 About the Fellowship

The 2026 Polio Press Fellowship aims to empower journalists by providing resources to cover stories on polio eradication efforts in affected regions.

🎁 Benefits

Selected journalists will receive the following benefits:

• Funding of up to $7,000 to travel independently and gather stories.
• Budget proposals must include detailed breakdowns for:
  • Transportation
  • Visas
  • Accommodation
  • Interpretation
  • Other travel-related costs

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The fellowship is open to:

• Journalists of all nationalities and diverse backgrounds.
• Applicants with working English proficiency for interviews and training.
• Freelance journalists with a proven track record.
• Projects across various media formats, including:
  • Print
  • Photography
  • Audio
  • Video
    (Projects must be published by national or international outlets.)

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 07 January, 2026
• To apply, visit the application portal.
• Submit your application through the Google Form.

For more details, visit the United Nations Foundation website.

• Selected journalists receive funding up to $7,000 to travel independently and gather stories.
• Budget proposals must include breakdowns for transportation, visas, accommodation, interpretation, and other travel costs.